Reviews of Gala Beach Self-Catering

Everything was perfect during our stay. The room is big and cosy. The location is very good, just crossing the road there is a nice pocket beach. The staff, especially Shiful was very nice and attentive. When we arrived, we had a nice surprise, a very nice bed arrangement with flowers made by Shiful. We would definitely come back here.

Everything was perfect

Beach across the street, proximity of the supermarket, distance to Beau Vallon beach, nice hosts, comfortable twin bed, new cutlery and well equipped kitchen.

A bit outdated furniture and dark rooms at the back of the house. Appartments in front side are much nicer.

A very welcoming check-in experience with flowers and a drink. Very clean and quiet. Housekeeping was very attentive and responded to questions very quickly. Two ceiling fans and air con. Very pretty petals on the bed.

I specifically asked for single beds but was given a double. To ‘solve’ this we were brought a single mattress to put on the floor. (See photo) We had to ask for an adaptor for the microwave as it didn’t work and kitchen wasn’t very well stocked (eg no can opener).

I like the welcoming of the staff at the reception- there was this nice lady I forgot her name; she was caring and serve me some biscuits as I was feeling tired. Alam helped me for information about the travel bus card and he was nice throughout my stay.

The staff was nice

The location was terrible the location of our rooms was in the back we didn't even have a beautiful view...We had an emergency(one of our family got in a huge accident that night) during our stay they didn't even think of refunding us atleast half of the price the host were not even seychellois which was difficult to communicate because they lacked English vocabulary

The place was clean and in proximity to beach. Friendly and helpful staff (Sathya and Alam) they made our trip wonderful and stress free ❤️

The host Alam is very accommodating he helped us in a lot of things.

Nothing.

Alam is kind but it is not enough

Our experience was so horrible that we didn't even manage to spend a night in this property. From the moment we arrived it seemed that something was wrong with the reservation, the house wasn't ready, we couldn't get in touch with the property or the managers (there is no reception) but we arrived very early and waited the necessary time for check in. During the tour of the apartment, in the bathrooms, we found cockroaches (3 dead and 1 alive) that we asked to remove. Since one of us is phobic we closed off a part of the house that we feared was infested, giving up a room and a bathroom. We went out and when we returned to the apartment in the evening (7pm) there was a huge cockroach in the middle of the living room that then ran away under the fridge. While we were looking for it, another one came out in the living room and headed towards the only available bedroom. We called Alam who helped us remove it and then checked the whole house but the more he checked, the more he removed, the more they came out. We spoke to the "boss" only on the phone, we explained the situation and why we couldn't stay, that the house was full because it wasn't sealed well (there are works in progress and the doors are always open), that one of us being phobic couldn't stay any longer and that none of us would have slept peacefully and at 11pm we decided to change accommodation, paying it in full. Even though we filed a complaint with booking, the structure never responded and we never received any refund even though we didn't use even one night. Be careful!! They ruin your experience and they also steal your money, because at this point I can say I was robbed. They will probably comment that mine are just lies but I have the proof and the photos. AVOID!

Everything was perfect , the location the view , apartment was very clean. Swan towels in bed for arrival! Mr Shiful Alam makes your stay even better by ensuring everything you need is there and provides all information necessary. I would definitely be back !

Alam, the caretaker was very friendly, helped when was needed and take care of the cleanness 10/10.

This was my favorite place I stayed during my trip. On arrival the lad that runs the place Shiful Alam, had upgraded me to a much bigger room apartment and was very helpful throughout my stay. The location was perfect right by a bus stop ( a buss came by maybe every 30 minutes) and was in walking distance to shops and beautiful beaches. The room was perfectly clean and beautifully refurbished, big windows evwrywhere to let natural light in, fully equipped kitchen and hot water available at anytime. During my stay Shiful Alam organized a sunset BBQ for us guests to join and meet eachother. And was available anytime to answer questions or assist with anything I needed. I would definitely stay here again. 😊

I liked everything about my holidays at this villa! This is a very nice place. There were a shop, a bus stop, a wonderful beach near our residence Alam is a supermanager and fantastic administrator. Very considerate, hospitable and caring.He helped us with any query we had. He did everything included in his responsibilities and even more. While waiting for our flight, he let us in the reception area . He is the best host, i have ever seen. I strongly recommend you visiting Gala Beach Self catering.

Everything was perfect

The apartment was very spacious and had everything you need. It was also extremely clean. Alam, the host, was very helpful and pleasant. Whenever I needed something, he would promptly help me.

Wi-fi drops very often and I didn't have phone reception, even using a local SIM card.

Big apartment with dressing room, living room and well equipped kitchen. One small beach just across the street, and others at a walking distance (I recommend Tusculum Beach - 4-5 minute by foot). A store with everything you need 10 metres away. Bus station 2 minutes away. Nice snorkeling. The price was very good for Seychelles.

We chose this location because it has good evaluations on bookig, but I thing we got the worst apartment. I red that someone wrote some time ago that the location is under construction because it is extending, but I thought that they were finished by then (it seems that it will take last from now on for a long time). The apartment nr 2 it is most exposed to the noise because the builders was working just in front of the door. They cut metal bars and welded them into a railing, which made it impossible for us to rest during the day, it was very disturbing especially after arriving after a long journey. Alam, the housekeeper, told them to stop few hours but it seems they did not listend to him. Also the walls are not soundproof at all. In the evenings (after the builders stop working) we heard the next door neighbors loud and clear every sound they made. Another reason for choosing this location was the beach across the road. I must say that it is more crowded that we were expecting. And there are a lot of rocks in the water so when there were waves (almost all the time) it is a little dangerous for accidents. The apartment smelled old, so we had to ventilate all the time. It is only one AC in the apartment what is little for such a big space. We had to keep the windows open almost all the time, but because they didn't have mosquito net some lizards and big spiders entered in the kitchen. In the last night we had an unpleasant surprise as a pipe broke in the bathroom and made a flood. It happened because it was very old. The owner was there on a Monday, but he didn't introduced himself and he didn't asked if everything is ok. When we checked out Alam kept begging us to give him a 10 rating on booking and so I figured out why this location is so overrated on booking. It is ok, but it is overrated on booking.com

The Appartement is very Clean. The housekeeper is very helpful and very friendly. The supermarket is next door. A quiet nice beach is across the road.

Great home, very clean with a fantastic position and a small beach in front of the house. The host Shiful Alam is a good person and very helpful to the needs of guests.

Great place to stay, we are very thankful for staff Alam, he helpd us with everything. Super kind man. His cleaning service 10/10. The place has kitchen with everything you need to basic cooking. The room have space for everything great for couple. The owner welcomed us kindly. Thank you , hope to meet next year too.✌️

Spacious and comfortable apartment with everything you need, even a washing machine. There were lots of cupboards in the room where you could put your things. Right next door is a shop, a small beautiful beach and a bus stop.

Nothing. Just one tiny little thing - there was no ice cube tray.

Location was fantastic

The rooms were very spacious and the view was fantastic. The beach nearby was very nice and beautiful. The rooms were super clean thanks to Alam and the host Ahmed was extremely welcoming and sweet. Very pleasant stay, would definitely recommend it!